Basics of Shoreline Erosion Control: New Documents to help in design and management

Part of the Midwest Glacial Lakes Partnership Lake Conservation Webinar Series
Presented by Julia Kirkwood and Jen Buchanan
Bioengineering can offer a nature-based solution on lake shorelines for controlling erosion, adding beauty, and providing habitat for fishes, birds, and other fauna. However, reference materials for professionals conducting lakeshore bioengineering projects and for homeowners seeking to have them installed are lacking. This presentation will introduce two new MGLP-produced reference documents for professionals and homeowners that help build the foundation for understanding what is happening at the shoreline and provide some basic design tips for dealing with erosion across a range of environmental conditions.